I am not afraid of local people, I know few male and female Qataris who are really nice.. Qatar Ben, we expats don’t get a chance to mingle with local people. Thos who are in my office are really good except a few…. which you will find in any nationality. I think younger generation is friendlier than the older ones. But you are right... personally I don’t initiate a conversation with a Qatari. I am kinda of apprehensive ....don’t know why..lol